1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 754 kg more than 1996 Lada Natacha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha. 2010 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Natacha has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Natacha will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Natacha | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Natacha | Highlander |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |